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Just WRITE.
I thought I’d pop in for a second and share some thoughts from a freelancer’s perspective. The world is an uncertain place right now. I could go on about business or school closures and job loss, but I won’t. The best advice I can give to humans right now is JUST WRITE.
BUSINESS PEOPLE–Just Write. Start a blog. Share your thoughts, tips, advice, and perspectives on social media. Don’t disappear or fall into despair. Realtors, teachers, veterinarians, clergy, designers…share what you know. JUST WRITE.
People are online searching because they are…
Scared
Curious
Looking for help
Looking to help
Share the information they need to see. If you need help, the next group of people below is poised and ready to help you implement!
FELLOW FREELANCERS: Take this time to share your knowledge freely. Your voice has value and needs to be heard right now, too. Conversely, help your connections amplify their voices and disperse their messages. JUST WRITE.
CLIENTS: Instead of pulling back work from your remote workers get creative. Leverage social media to share stories, tips, case studies, and free reports that support and attract people. Be heard. JUST WRITE.
DISPLACED WORKERS: Just Write. Now is the time to write that novel rattling around in your head. Find a Facebook Writer’s Group and join it. I promise you are not alone!
MOMS AND DADS: Just Write. Journal your fears, worries, expectations, and Plan Bs or even Plan Cs. Get that junk out of your head and onto paper. I think you will be surprised at how therapeutic it is.
So, today, I encourage you to put pen-to-paper or fingers to a keyboard and JUST WRITE.
Let me know if you need help navigating your new writing journey.
More Resources for Your Side Hustle Journey
MOM BOSSING
MOM BOSSING: The Freedom to Create the Business You Love is a book filled with personal stories, resources, support, wisdom, and encouragement from a solopreneur who has worked as a mom boss. This step-by-step guide shares the truth, fears, tears, and cheers of being a mom who is building a business empire on her own terms. If you are looking for a new career for the “second half of life,” venturing into direct sales, rocking a home business, or dreaming of leaving a dead-end job, this book provides the building blocks needed to move forward with a healthy dose of humor authenticity. In many ways, this book could also sport the tagline of Building a LIFE on Your Own Terms.
I was lucky to have Becky Flansburg join us at Multicultural Children’s Book Day when we first began our nonprofit. She was the “head elf, ” meaning she did everything from project management to helping us get sponsorships. In the early years, we couldn’t keep her busy for more than a few months a year, even though that was very part-time. Becky’s contribution to the team helped us grow our nonprofit, and, in turn, we could keep her busier. Now, as a “mom boss,” Becky shares her journey and wisdom for moms who want to try solopreneurship. It’s particularly helpful for anyone who wants to become a VA (Virtual Assistant).~author and mompreneur, Mia Wenjen
Also available on IndieBound.com.
FREElance FREEdom: Creating the Work-From-Home Life You Crave
Have you ever dreamed of working from home on your own terms instead of being confined to a corporate cubicle or windowless office? Have you ever dreamed of earning a steady and honest income while having plenty of time for friends and family?
Lucky for you, it is all very possible. I have successfully lived this life for over 12 years, and I can’t imagine supporting my family (and following my dreams!) any other way.
This robust 90-page e-book and resource guide contains a treasure trove of excellent information about working from home (on your own terms), all rolled into a handy read-at-your-own-pace guidebook.
Whether you want to pursue a career as a freelance writer, virtual assistant, graphic designer (and more) this Resource Guide will provide the insight, tools, guides, advice, and strategies applicable to any freelance business. If you want the basics of getting started without support and coaching, this eBook is for you.
For anyone looking to start their freelance career, or up their game, this book is the perfect place to start. Jam-packed with actionable items and details about even handling unruly clients, well-meaning visitors, and kids while working from home – this book has it all! Highly recommended!~author and mompreneur, Carissa Andrews
For those who are contemplating the freelance lifestyle but need a guidebook with baby steps, this is your manifesto! Becky Flansburg shares her tips for balancing a freelance career with a family including the nuts and bolts such as the online tools she uses for networking and running her business. Becky is a gentle and realistic cheerleader for anyone who wants to work at home as a solopreneur.~Mia Wenjen
FREElance FREEdom is Available on Kindle
Also available on IndieBound.com.
Available in Paperback on Amazon: mybook.to/FREElanceFREEdompprbk
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